Explore Bothell's Appeal

Huddled up in the picturesque valley of the Sammamish River north of Seattle, among tall soaring trees, lies the town of Bothell. Guests of this intriguing place may indulge in various outdoor recreation opportunities or take advantage of the shopping and dining choices that the town provides.  As an insider, you will feel the whiff of Seattle's bustling atmosphere accompanied by the friendly attitude of the local people and all the facilities that are available in big cities.
    The strategic location of the town means that both the mountains and the coast are easily accessible day-trip destinations. Seattle's downtown and other regional attractions are within reach as well.
    The best way to enjoy the beautiful riverside is exploring the scenic views and wetlands by walking or by bicycling the tree-lined Burke-Gilman Trail, along the river.
    Bothell's population is about 30,000 people. The first European settlers arrived in this territory in 1870. Logging lead to the economic growth of the town: boat traffic increased and more people started to inhabit the lands along the river. Later, logging gave way to farming. The period after the World War II marked the further development of Bothell.
    The history of the town begins in 1876 with the Canadian George Brackett who bought the land (which now is the city of Bothell) and initiated a logging business. Within few years, a school, a sawmill and a store were established. The town is named after David Bothell who, in 1885, bought off 80 acres of the land and later sold them to the town's postmaster, who gave city its name in 1888. The next year a railroad was built in order to transport coal from Issaquah.
    Presently, Biotechnology and software development have moved in to the town, with a branch of the University of Washington.
    The town brags of its own festival in celebration of American Independence - the two-day Bothell Freedom Festival. If you happen to be guest of Bothell during July and August, you would be lucky to visit the concert carried out at the park, held every Friday. Or hear some music in the Bothell Landing Amphitheater, which is also fascinating experience. Other artistic events that are a significant part of the cultural life of Bothell, are: The Summits of Bothell bike ride, the City of Bothell Riverfest, The Greater Bothell Arts & Crafts Fair and La Fiesta Viva! (celebrating the heritage of Latino culture). The list doesn't end here: Pumpkin Carving and Harvest Festival held at Country Village, Bothell Landing- the arrival of Santa Clauseand Tree Lighting are other attractive events.
    The city of Bothell used to hold the prize for the largest living Christmas tree in the world with an impressive height of 112 feett, as documented by Life Magazine in 1962. In the 1970's, however, the top of the tree had to be removed due to a tree infection.